Senior EHS Engineer

Form Energy is seeking a Senior EHS Engineer for their facility in Eighty Four, PA, with potential support for their factory in Weirton, WV. The role involves ensuring compliance with EHS policies, conducting safety inspections, and managing safety training. This position is part of a growing team focused on revolutionizing energy storage technology. Relocation assistance is available, indicating the job requires physical presence at the specified locations.
Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!

In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Trial production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

We are looking for an EHS Engineer to further support daily functions of the Form Energy EHS program at our Eighty Four, PA facility with some support and potential future transfer to our factory in Weirton, WV. You will be responsible to ensure our team is operating with best safety practices and to lead efforts to improve the culture of safety in the workplace. A self-starter, you will proactively mitigate new hazards and roll up your sleeves to quickly respond to critical situations in the most effective and efficient manner. Taking a collaborative approach, you’ll work closely with all teams to provide a great and safe place to work. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving technology start-up with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

This opportunity is based out of Form Energy's Eighty Four, PA facility. Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:
• Ensure day-to-day compliance with EHS policies and regulations
• Consult on risk mitigation tools and participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews
• Manage environmental permits hand in hand with our Environmental Lead
• Perform various and regular safety inspections of the facility and key equipment
• Conduct task hazard assessments, job safety analysis, pre startup safety reviews, ergonomic evaluations of new processes and materials approvals or substitutions
• Manage safety training schedules for various teams and departments
• Deliver and document initial and ongoing EHS training
• Actively drive and participate in site Safety Committee meetings
• Work closely with departments to ensure EHS requirements are being addressed and met

What you'll bring:
• 5+ years experience in environment, health and safety roles supporting pilot manufacturing R&D, Manufacturing or Engineering functions as well as direct experience with Process Safety and design teams
• Bachelors of Science in related field; Safety, Environmental, Engineering, etc
• Proven results working within Control of Hazardous Energy, Permit required Confined Spaces, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, High temperature work and Consulting on risk mitigation to reduce hearing conservation, musculoskeletal injuries, respirator requirements and required PPE, Risk assessments and mitigation for equipment and processes.
• Direct experience with navigating regulatory requirements as they relate to Large Quantity Generator status, satellite and 90-day accumulation areas, and disposal of wastes
• Extensive knowledge of hazards around manufacturing and R&D
• Application of OSHA General Industry requirements & Environmental permit applications
• The following certifications are required: HAZWOPER certification, RCRA/Title 22 training, DOT/IATA certifications
• Experience as Radiation Safety officer
• Advanced degree in Safety, Chemistry, or Engineering preferred
• ASP/CSP/CHMM or similar safety certifications preferred

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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.

To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.

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